Vietnam GDP increased by 1.81% in the first six months of 2020
Figures released by the General Statistics Office (GSO) show that Vietnam's GDP has risen by 1.81% in the first six months of 2020.
Leverage your experiences to become anything you want to be - Phuong Uyen Tran
"Nothing is Impossible. You really can become anything you want to". The author of " Competing with Giants" Phuong Uyen Tran discusses the ways to leverage experiences to grow into what you want to be.
Vietnamese goods stay attractive to CPTPP market
After more than 1 year of implementing the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), in the first quarter of 2020, Vietnam's trade surplus to these markets has doubled over the same period.
Philippines drops multinational rice purchase as vietnam resumes exports
The Philippine government has dropped a plan to import up to 300,000 tonnes of rice from various governments as its traditional main supplier, Vietnam, has resumed selling grains, the agriculture department said late on Saturday.
PM urges Hanoi to become one of East Asia centres by 2045
Hanoi should develop into a political, economic and cultural center in East Asia by 2045 when Viet Nam becomes a developed country, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
S. Korea: Independent committee advises prosecution not to indict Samsung heir in succession case
Samsung Group heir apparent Lee Jae-yong was granted a respite Friday (June 26) in a legal battle over his alleged role in a controversial merger and fraudulent accounting, as an independent panel of experts concluded that prosecutors should not indict him, according to several sources from South Korea.
Nestlé Vietnam and La Vie join forces for zero-waste future
In recent years, Nestlé Vietnam and La Vie Co., Ltd. have proactively involved in activities to boost the circulating economy in Vietnam and contribute to shaping up a zero-waste future.
Japanese startup creates "connected" face mask, which can talk to your phone and amplify your voice
Face masks are here to stay for the foreseeable future as the world continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. Hence, a Japanese startup named Donut Robotics has developed a way to turn the ubiquitous coronavirus face mask into the latest tech gadget.
Microsoft permanently closes retail stores around the world, focusing to online sales
Microsoft said on June 26 that it will close its stores around the world, moving its retail operations online and keeping only four locations that will be transformed into "experience centers”.
Deputy PM asks for measures to boost cooperatives' growth
At a meeting with the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA) on June 26, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung called for measures to expand the size and enhance the competitiveness of cooperatives in Vietnam.
Vietnam's FDI reached nearly USD 16 billion in 6 months
The Ministry of Planning and Investment revealed that the total foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam from January to June 20 reached US$15.67 billion, equivalent to 84.9% of the figure for the same period last year.
Hanoi gets 36 investment offers worth US$ 26 billion
Hanoi received 36 proposals for memorandums of understanding (MoU) for investment cooperation on June 23, which were estimated to be worth over US$ 26 billion.
Sustainability - Key factors for Vietnam’s fashion and textile manufacturing industries
Reducing environmental pollution and achieving sustainability are the key factors for Vietnam’s fashion and textile manufacturing industries to maintain their competitive edge, according to the academic researcher.
Vietnam issued Circular on Certificate of Origin in EVFTA
Minister of Industry and Trade Tran Tuan Anh has signed Circular 11/2020/TT-BCT stipulating the Certificate of Origin (C/O) in the European Union – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
E-commerce giant Lazada appoints new CEO
Lazada, the Southeast Asian branch of Chinese e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding, announced on Friday (June 26) that it would replace its CEO.
Deputy PM: Vietnam to focus on supply chain development
On June 23, at the governmental head office, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh met Executive Vice President of Techtronic Industries (TTI) Nate Easter to discuss TTI's investment plan in Vietnam.
How the aviation industry in Asia-Pacific responding to the COVID-19 pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the aviation industry due to the resulting travel restrictions as well as a slump in demand among travelers. Significant reductions in passenger numbers have resulted in planes flying empty, which in turn massively reduced revenues for airlines and forced many airlines to lay off employees or at the risk of bankruptcy.
Europe urges Vietnam to resume international flights as FTA takes effect
Europe has joined the growing number of economies urging Vietnam to resume international flights, as the country appears virtually free of the coronavirus and represents a strong investment destination for those seeking perse supply chains.
AEON executive officer highly appreciates Vietnamese “thieu” lychees
AEON Executive Officer, Soichi Okazaki highly appreciates the quality of Vietnamese “thieu” lychees and hopes to import more fresh lychees and other tropical fruits from Vietnam.
Covid-19 changes consumer buying behaviors in Vietnam
In Vietnam, many food products have been purchased online since coronavirus outbreak.
